The Don Lemon Show

Hey there Lemon Community! Today, there was yet another air disaster. As Trump and DOGE continue to make cuts to the FAA and the rest of the government, we can't help but wonder who will get the blame this time. But even through all this chaos, people are fighting back with protests across the country to speak out against Trump, MAGA, & DOGE. Will it make a difference? Tune in at 5pm ET to hear Don and the Lemon Legends break it all down! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Over the last few weeks, we’ve spent a lot of time looking at the host of unqualified individuals in the Trump administration. From RFK Jr. to Pete Hegseth, the incompetence seems never ending. But you know who we haven’t talked about enough? Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt. Tune in for Don's take! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Good morning, Lemon Nation! How much power does Donald Trump think he has? With a tweet this weekend claiming "He who saves his Country does not violate any law," among many other power grabs within our government, this is what we are left wondering: does he think he is King? Join us this morning to discuss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to The Sour Lemon Special! Every week, we break down the most outrageous, corrupt, and downright awful behavior from the people in power—and this time, we’ve got a stacked lineup of contestants. Who will take home the title of this week’s Sour Lemon? You decide!Here are the nominees:🍋 Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem – A literal puppy killer. Enough said.🍋 Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt – A nonstop misinformation machine, spinning lies at every turn.🍋 Donald Trump – His executive orders are ripping apart the country’s foundation.🍋 New York Mayor Eric Adams – Corruption scandals piling up like NYC garbage bags.🍋 Secretary of Education nominee Linda McMahon – Considering defunding schools that teach Black history.🍋 Vice President JD Vance – Thinks judges shouldn’t be able to check presidential power—so much for the Constitution!Who deserves the title? Who was the absolute worst this week? Join Don and Godfrey the comedian to break it all down! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Minnesota Senator Tina Smith announced her intent to NOT seek re-election in 2026. But who could fill that seat? Perhaps it is time to bring back Al Franken. Tune in for Don's take. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Good morning, Lemon Nation! Will the lies ever stop? Trump and MAGA made big promises—cheaper goods, no taxes on tips, protecting Social Security—but where are the results? Instead, we’re seeing the same old playbook: tax breaks for the ultra-wealthy while everyday Americans struggle to make ends meet.Will voters finally wake up and see the scam for what it is? Or will they keep falling for the same empty rhetoric? And speaking of scandals, what’s really going on in NYC with Mayor Eric Adams? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey there Lemon Nation! Tonight, Don is bringing you a little history lesson. How did the actions of Presidents Ford and Nixon lead to the unchecked power of Donald Trump today? Don sits down with legal analyst and author of "The Pardon: The Politics of Presidential Mercy," Jeffrey Toobin, to break down how Ford's pardoning of Richard Nixon set the stage for the political landscape we are currently living in. How did we get here? And is there any way back? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hey there Lemon Community! Co-Founder and CEO of The Seneca Project, Tara Setmayer brings us the second episode of The Setmayer Sound Off! Tara dives into the consequences of Trump and DOGE executive orders...and how they are hurting MAGA just as much as everyone else. MAGA's 'find out' stage is about to begin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The United States is no longer a land of opportunity—it’s a playground for oligarchs. While millions struggle to afford basic necessities like healthcare, housing, and food, the ultra-wealthy and those in power continue to prioritize tax cuts for the elite. The American Dream has been replaced by an American Nightmare.We'll take a deep dive into how unchecked corporate influence and extreme wealth hoarding have eroded the foundations of democracy and economic stability. We’ll also examine how some MAGA voters—who once believed Trump’s policies would help them—are now realizing the harsh reality of his economic agenda. Is this their FAFO moment? And what are the updates with Wendy Williams? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Trump administration and MAGA movement have made dismantling DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) policies one of their top priorities—and they’re delivering on that promise. From canceling all DEI initiatives in the federal government to turning the term into a political insult, efforts toward diversity and inclusion have been systematically rolled back.So what does this mean for workplaces, government agencies, and communities across the country? How does this impact civil rights, hiring practices, and representation at the highest levels?To break it all down, Don is joined by Dr. Alaysia Black Hackett, former Chief Diversity and Equity Officer for Biden’s Labor Department, for a deep dive into the consequences of these attacks and what comes next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices